US Bridges

U.S. 259 over Carter Creek

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McCurtain County, Oklahoma · 17.4 N JCT US-70 · Structure no. 140380000000000

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 259 over Carter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 259 over Carter Creek in McCurtain County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 259
CrossesCarter Creek
Location17.4 N JCT US-70
RouteU.S. Route 259
CountyMcCurtain County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.26129, -94.79134
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating60.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2022)
Projected traffic3,520 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 259 over Carter Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 259 over Carter Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 259 over Carter Creek carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 259 over Carter Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns U.S. 259 over Carter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.